Highway Construction Inspector — Field Observer & Plans Reader

Kleinfelder Inc; Cape May (NJ); On-site; USD 47,000 - 71,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kleinfelder Inc. is seeking motivated candidates for our Transportation Construction Inspector roles, with work expected in Cape May, New Jersey.

The position involves inspecting highway construction on-site, reading plans, and ensuring adherence to specifications, with a focus on safety and quality. The team supports infrastructure development with a broad range of services and offers professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in the transportation construction industry including: paving/asphalt, surveying, traffic signals, flagger/traffic control and road or bridge construction and maintenance, or relatable experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Education/training in civil engineering, construction technology or related field preferred
• Must be able to read, write, comprehend and speak English fluently
• Attendance, punctuality and reliability are essential requirements
• Familiarity with use of PC-based computer systems and/or tablet systems
• Frequently reports to project/client sites to complete tasks or attend meetings
• Valid driver's license with own transportation
• Ability to pass a fingerprint/background check
• Ability to conduct themselves safely as we work in potentially harsh outside environmental conditions, such as environmental hazards and highway construction sites including heights, heavy equipment and highway traffic.
• Position requires the ability to stand and walk on uneven surfaces for long periods of time and be able to lift up to 40 pounds
• Salary will be commensurate with experience

Responsibilities

• Inspect materials used by contractors on highway construction on-site and document compliance with specifications
• Inspect various phases of contractor work to ensure proper highway construction
• Read and interpret construction plans for structures, bridges and roadways with an understanding of construction specifications, engineering tables and reference materials
• Perform tests for specification compliance
• Document pay quantities for monthly and final estimates

Job description

Kleinfelder Inc. is seeking motivated candidates for our Transportation Construction Inspector roles, with work expected in Cape May, New Jersey.

The position involves inspecting highway construction on-site, reading plans, and ensuring adherence to specifications, with a focus on safety and quality. The team supports infrastructure development with a broad range of services and offers professional growth opportunities.